A short introduction to improv for absolute beginners.
Immerse yourself in the world of improvisation with a mixture of games, scenes and and lively discussions over three Friday nights.
This course encourages spontaneity and will help you to sharpen your listening and collaboration skills.
You’ll get to tap into your creative side for a greater sense of freedom and playfulness that helps to build confidence in everyday life.
You don’t need any experience of improv or acting to take part. It’s all about making your own entertainment and being in the moment.
Improv is highly addictive. You have been warned!
Why take an improv class?
Improv isn’t just about making people laugh, it’s also a powerful tool for personal growth and self-expression.
This short course will take you on a journey of discovery – helping you to let go of perfectionism and worrying so you can spend more time laughing, connecting, co-operating and creating.
It’s not stand up so you won’t be on your own, or under any pressure to perform or make jokes. Improv about listening, collaboration and supporting ‘mistakes’ in ways that make everyone look good.
Who is it for?
We aim to provide an environment that feels fun, friendly, safe and supportive for everyone.
Our style of improv is playful, hopeful, joyful and mindful and brings together the best of improv comedy or unscripted theatre.
There is no performance at the end of the classes, it’s just for the lucky people in the room!
Content includes
– Listening and being present
– Making your partner look good
– Being willing to share control
– Being patient and generous
– Trusting your impulses
– Daring to be obvious
What people say:
“I adored my time at your improv classes!”
“Cheaper than therapy and probably more effective.”
“Improv as it should be…surprising, educational and liberating.”
“I really enjoy what I get from improv – the collaboration, the connection and the endless capacity for playfulness and laughter!”
Details
– 3 x Friday evenings
– March 21, 28 and April 4
– 6:45pm for tea, coffee and a chat
– Classes 7:00pm to 9:30pm
– The Sprat Shed, Woodbridge
– Limited to 12 places
– £60
We believe money should never be a barrier to improvising, so payment plans and bursary places are available. Just get in touch get in touch to let us know if we can help.
We GUARANTEE that you will enjoy these classes. Yes, really! We offer a money-back guarantee. If you decide to not come back after the first class we’ll refund you for the whole course!
Improv for all
Many of the best things in life come with butterflies. So if you feel drawn to improv but you’re a bit unsure, feel free to get in touch for a chat.
There’s lot going on in our lovely little improv community and this short course is a good ‘on-ramp’ for the weekly drop-in, weekend workshops and shows. See our What’s On page for details.
About the teacher
Alex Menhams has taught and performed improv in the UK and internationally, and classes in Suffolk are now in their seventh year. Alex creates a friendly and supportive space in which anyone can learn, play and experiment with this wonderful art form.
As well as running Here & Now People, Alex works as facilitator and conscious leadership trainer for a wide range of organisations. He’s also a keen gardener, sleep enthusiast and wannabe Zen monk.
